
Episode 3
Michelle & Nikolette on Cultivating Resilience, Self-Compassion, and Finding Inspiration in Others
Michelle and Nikolette discuss what makes grit and how it presents itself in their professional and personal lives. They talk about the two main components—passion and perseverance—as well as an extra ingredient, grace, discussed by Nancy Imbs in her workshop, “Find Your Grit: Lead with Passion and Inspire Others.” They explore the importance of forgiving yourself and why that grace helps to grow your grit. Finally, they highlight the importance of recognizing and being inspired by the grit in those around you.

Guest Spotlight
Nikolette Sirawsky
Creative Content Production Specialist, Women's Leadership Today
Nikolette (Niko) Sirawsky is a Creative Content Production Specialist known for her strategic leadership and commitment to excellence in the business sector. With an impressive track record of driving operational improvements and scaling organizational processes, Nikolette excels in optimizing team dynamics and enhancing productivity across departments. Her career is marked by her dedication to fostering inclusive work environments and her innovative approach to business challenges. As a thought leader in operations management, Nikolette frequently shares her expertise on leadership, workplace equality, and organizational development, making her a valued voice in discussions around transformative business practices.
True leadership is about crafting a vision others feel inspired to contribute to, and operational excellence comes from the collective effort of a team empowered and aligned with that vision. My role is to make that alignment possible and to ensure it translates into tangible success for our organization.
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